Electric Watermelon Cocktail — Vodka, Rum & Midori Cooler
Bright, bubbly, and effortlessly refreshing — the Electric Watermelon Cocktail mixes vodka, rum, and Midori® with citrus and soda for a sweet-tart, pool-party favorite.
The Electric Watermelon Vibe
A mild, fruit-forward cocktail that looks as good as it tastes. Vodka and rum keep it crisp while Midori® and grenadine paint a vivid, Instagram-ready gradient. Perfect for summer parties or anytime you crave something cool and colorful.
Background
Born from late-’90s club culture, this layered drink captured the neon spirit of its era. Its comeback owes much to today’s love of nostalgic, photogenic cocktails.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- Vodka – smooth base that keeps flavors clean.
- Rum – adds gentle tropical sweetness.
- Triple Sec – provides citrus brightness.
- Midori® Melon Liqueur – gives color and watermelon-like flavor.
- Lemon Lime Soda – fizzy lift for a lighter texture.
- Orange Juice – balances sweetness with acidity.
- Grenadine – finishes with color and a touch of pomegranate sweetness.
Equipment
- Collins glass
- Bar spoon
- Jigger
- Ice
Why It Works
Color + Balance – Layers of green, gold, and red make it stand out while the citrus and soda keep it refreshing instead of syrupy.
Substitutions & Variations
- Mocktail version: skip the spirits; double the soda and orange juice.
- Tropical twist: swap orange juice for pineapple.
- Bold version: use 1 oz each of the spirits for a stronger serve.
Helpful Tips
- Chill all ingredients first to keep layers defined.
- For best visuals, pour grenadine slowly over the back of a spoon.
- Garnish with a watermelon slice or orange wheel.
- Serve immediately — the colors fade as it sits.
Electric Watermelon Recipe
Type of Glass
Collins Glass
Ingredients
- 1/2 oz.
- 1/2 oz.
- 1/2 oz.
- 1/2 oz. Midori®
- 2 oz.
- 2 oz.
- Dash
Directions
- Add Vodka, Rum, Triple Sec, and Midori ® to a Collins glass filled with ice.
- Pour in Lemon Lime Soda and Orange Juice; stir gently to combine.
- Slowly float Grenadine over the top for a layered effect.
- Garnish with a watermelon slice or orange wheel.
A vibrant glass of nostalgia — simple, sweet, and summer-ready.
